Job Description

LEGENDS GLOBAL  

Legends Global is the premier partner to the world's greatest live events, venues, and brands. We deliver a fully integrated solution of premium services that keeps our partners front and center through our white-label approach. Our network of 450 venues worldwide, hosting 20,000 events and entertaining 165 million guests each year, is powered by our depth of expertise and level of execution across every component feasibility & consulting, owner’s representation, sales, partnerships, hospitality, merchandise, venue management, and content & booking of world-class live events and venues.

The Legends Global culture is one of respect, ambitious thinking, collaboration, and bold action. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone can be authentic, make an impact, and grow their career. Winning is an everyday thing at Legends Global. We have the best team members who understand every win is earned when we come together as one unified team. Sounds like a winning formula for you. Join us!

ETIHAD PARK – NEW YORK CITY FC

The New York City Football Clubis a professional soccer club competing inMajor League Soccer The club is preparing to open its first-ever soccer-specific stadium, a state-of-the-art 25,000-seat venue atEtihad Parkin Queens, New York. Scheduled to open for the 2027 season, the stadium will set a new standard for fan experience, with premium hospitality playing a central role in its design and offerings.

THE ROLE

The Human Resources Manager will lead Legends Global HR operations at New York City Football Club’s new world-class stadium at Etihad Park. This role will be a key leader supporting in delivering an exceptional fan and guest experience. This role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of human resources including recruitment, team member relations, training, compliance, and workforce planning.

The HR Manager will drive HR excellence by ensuring that all team members, processes, and systems are effectively aligned with operational goals. They will play a key role in building a high-performing, service-focused culture, supporting leaders across the business, and ensuring consistent and positive team member experience. This position will also partner closely with leadership to develop and implement people strategies that support both day-to-day operations and long-term success.

ESSENTIALFUNCTIONS 

• Develop and maintain strong partnerships with management ensuring HR strategies, processes and practices are implemented

• Lead recruitmentand onboardingefforts for full-time, part-time, and seasonal stadium staff

• Partner with department leaders to forecast staffing needs for stadium games, and special events

• Serve as a trusted advisor to managers andteam members on HR policies and workplace concerns

• Promote a positive, inclusive, and high-performance culture

• Develop engagement initiatives to improve retention among part-time/event staffas well as thefull-timeworkforce.

• Oversee onboarding and orientation programs tailored to game day operations

• Provide coaching and feedback to all levels ofteam members, addressing variousteam memberrelated issues and business needs

• Ensures correct administration of Collective Bargaining Agreement and participates in grievance process as requested

• Partnership in the processing of worker’s compensation claims, leaves of absences, benefits administration

• Must exhibit an active interest in company and venue specific operational knowledge as it relates to providing value added HR business partnership

• Demonstrate thought leadership and suitable judgment in making HR related business decisions

• Leadership and administration of fullteam memberlifecycle process

• Support performance review processes and coach managers on feedback and development

• Identify training needs and coordinate professional development programs

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws, including wage/hour regulations

• Carry out administration tasks aligned with the human resources function

• Performance leadership duties to the HR team onsite.Hire, onboard, coach, train and support all HR team members.

• Support with activities that may be outside of the HR remit during the pre-opening phase as we prepare to open the stadium.

• Collaborate with other HR professionals within the NY and eastern region to share best practice and support one another.

• Perform other related duties, tasks, and responsibilities as required

• Adheres to the LegendsGlobal and venuecompanypolicies 

• Complete otherdutiesassignedby management.

• Available to worknon-traditional hours (Nights, Weekends & Holidays)

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty with energy and enthusiasm. The requirements listed below are representative of theknowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Education, preferred qualifications,and/or experience

• Previousstadiumsand/or sports and entertainment HRexperience an advantage.

• Musthaveexperience working withinan F&B or hospitality environment or a strong desire to.

• Bachelor’s degree preferred

• 5+ years of human resources experiencein a leadership capacity

• Extensive working knowledge of federal, state, and local labor law including worker’s compensation, workplace safety, EEOC, NLRB, and FLSA

• Union experiencerequired.

• Superior computer skills including hands-on HRIS and ATS experience

• Experience with Workday a plus

• Must be comfortable presenting to small and large audiences

• Demonstrated ability to forge meaningful interpersonal relationships across functions, industries and local communities

• Outstanding leadership skills with a high capacity for managing multiple projects simultaneously

• Proven ability to influence and gain credibility with all levels ofteam members and customers, both internal and external

• Must possess excellent oral, written, and listening communication skills and the ability to prioritize and execute in a deadline-oriented environment Strong attention to detail.

• A strong commitment to delivering a high level of customer and client service with demonstrated initiative, leadership, and management skills

• Must be flexible to work extended hours due to business requirements including late nights, weekends and holidays including all games and major stadium events

• Able to demonstrate flexibility and quickly adapt to changes. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to be self-motivated and work independently and work well as a team player

COMPENSATION

Competitive salaryof$90,000per year, commensurate with experience, and a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and 401k plan. 

WORKING CONDITIONS

Location:126-87 Willets Point Boulevard. Flushing NY 11368 Occasionaltravel requirements to other venues if applicable.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met byanteam memberto successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to lift/move/maneuverat least25lbs

• Constant standing, walking, bending, reaching and repetitive motions

• Ability to work in all weather conditions

• Exposure to loud noises(i.e.,fireworks, voices, and audio systems), flashing lights,and extreme heat/cold

NOTE: 

The essential responsibilities of this position are described below the above headings. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Also, this document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by theteam memberoccupying this position. 

Legends Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

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